Ancient Resource
Huge Persian Bronze Sword // c. 1200 - 800 BC
Product Description
Luristan, ancient Persia, c. 1200 - 800 BC. A huge bronze sword blade. Long, gracefully tapered leaf-shaped blade with thin raised mid-rib and 'rat-tail' tang where it would have been affixed to the sword’s pommel. The sloping edges were caused by extensive repeated sharpening on a sword-stone between battles! Intact with minor chipping. Thick olive-green patina with earthen and mineral deposits overall. L: 18 7/8” and heavy! Ex D. McKee collection, Olympia, WA; inherited from his father in law who was visiting professor at the university of Tehran from 1959-1960.
Product Details
- Measurements
18.875"L x 3.25"W x 0.375"H
- OriginIran
— Ex D. McKee collection, Olympia, WA; inherited from his father in law who was visiting professor at the university of Tehran from 1959-1960
— Weight: 1 lb
Accompanied by a hand-signed certificate of authenticity which includes all the details, culture, dating, motifs/inscriptions when applicable, historical relevance, and provenance.
Shipping Information
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Return PolicyFinal sale, not eligible for return or cancellation
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